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to whittle away
[phrase form: whittle]
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diluir, minar poco a poco
to slowly reduce the value, size, etc. of something
whittle away
v
Ejemplo
The erosion process gradually whittled away the coastline.
Economic downturns often whittle away the value of investments.
Continuous lies and deceit can whittle away the trust between friends, leading to a strained relationship.
Poor financial decisions can whittle away a person's savings, leaving them with less money for emergencies or future plans.
Unhealthy habits, such as a poor diet and lack of exercise, can slowly whittle away one's physical well-being, leading to various health issues.
